Toy designer and illustrator Zander Miner joins the show to talk about turning original characters into collectible toys.
Inspired by cartoons like Adventure Time, Gravity Falls, Teen Titans, and Regular Show, Zander grew up wanting to become an animator and artist. After studying illustration at RISD, he eventually discovered toy design and began sculpting his own original figures, including Orion, Bleb, and Carl the Crab.
In this episode, we discuss:
Growing up surrounded by cartoons and character design
Studying illustration and concept art
Learning sculpting and 3D printing
Making his first production toy
Building original IP and storytelling through toys
Tabling at conventions for the first time
The supportive nature of the toy scene
Balancing freelancing, art, and toy production
This episode is a deep dive into creativity, persistence, and finding your artistic voice through toys.
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